RN/LPN Substitute School Nursing

Position Type:
Classified Student Support/School Nurse
Date Posted:
10/11/2024
Location:
Administration Building
Job Description
Registered Nurse
Conway Public School District
Qualifications:

• Registered nurse by Arkansas Board of Nursing
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation certified
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Instructor certification preferred
• Minimum two years experience as a registered nurse
• Possesses the ability to work with children; experience with children preferred.
• Basic computer aptitude

Supervises:
School licensed practical nurse, where applicable, in conjunction with the building administration

Terms of Employment:
The contract length will be 187 days.

Evaluation:
Based on local district policy and performed by the building principal who is assisted by the assistant principal in regard to evaluations.

Job Goal:
The Registered Nurse will oversee the successful implementation of the school health care program in accordance with all applicable state and District guidelines.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Oversees the duties of the licensed practical nurse, when applicable.
• Supervises the administration of medications following state and District guidelines.
• Maintains records related to student care.
• Assists students with any health-related needs, including self-care needs such as hygiene, toileting, catheterization, blood glucose monitoring, nutrition, tube feeding, etc.
• Oversees the training and supervision of paraprofessionals and other staff members who assist with student health-related needs
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and parents/guardians; resolves conflict in a professional manner.
• Oversees the coordination of medical information among the parent, the school, and the medical provider.
• Supervises a variety of student activities, including playground, cafeteria, bus loading and unloading, field trips, hallways, and other areas where students gather.
• Maintains secure confidential records, information, and inquiries.
• Evaluates student injuries, determines course of action, performs first aid.
• Completes and maintains communication logs with staff and parents, if appropriate.
• Participates in the development and implementation of health care plans.
• Oversees the maintenance of the immunization program.
• Coordinates and performs all screenings required by the Arkansas Board of Education.
• Other duties, as assigned.